The search is on for the North West's most talented business women. From excellence to dedication and innovation to inspiration, the EVAS recognise the successes and achievements of female entrepreneurs from across the region.

Now in their ninth year, the EVAS are probably the largest business awards dedicated to women outside London. They provide an impartial and independent platform for every woman to shine the spotlight on themselves and their business.

Founder of Pink Link and the EVAS Coral Horn said: ‘The North West is a hotbed of talented women. We’re excited to see who will become the trailblazers for female entrepreneurship. We’ve been getting enquiries since the 2018 EVAs closed and 2019 looks set to be a record year for entries.’

For the sixth year running, the EVAS are sponsored by NatWest. Heather Waters, its enterprise manager said: ‘Women in business are a major contributor to the economy in the region and the EVAS give them a fantastic opportunity to showcase their exceptional achievements.’

Women from all business types and sizes can enter regardless of whether you are a business owner or an employee. From bakers to scientists, homeworkers to CEOs of large organisations, there are 16 categories that will appeal to every type of female entrepreneur.

Clitheroe’s Rosie Dummer is the new MC for the EVAs. Her high flying career has gone from first female helicopter pilot in the British Army to starring in Extreme Cakemakers on C4 and events around the world. ‘I’m excited to be involved in the 2019 EVAS. Competition will be fierce as everyone wants the coveted EVA!’

Businesswomen across the North West can enter themselves or you can nominate women who have shown the dedication, determination and enterprising spirit to be a winner.

The awards evening will be one to remember as sponsors, finalists and guests celebrate in the stunning Empress Ballroom at The Winter Gardens, Blackpool, on September 27.